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These Are the 10 Highest-Paid Engineering Degrees

It’s widely acknowledged that STEM (science, engineering, technology and math) graduates go on to have lucrative careers. There are all types of engineering sectors that are in high demand. So, if you’re a whizz at any of these subjects or are drawn to learning more about them, you could turn your passion into a pretty high flying profession.

How much money do engineers make you may ask?

As a petroleum engineer with a well-established career for example, you could be earning in the realm of $175,500 per year. Nuclear engineers are looking at a salary of around $127,500 midway through their careers and marine engineers at $123,200.

The U.S. is known for producing some of the best engineers in the world, who gain top degrees at some of the most prestigious American universities. Though a bachelor's degree is the standard engineering qualification, for particular engineering jobs some employers may require a master’s degree or, occasionally, a doctorate. All engineers, in any discipline however, must pass a licensing exam if they offer services directly to the public.

Want to know how you can get in on the action? Read on to learn about 10 of the highest engineering salaries and most interesting engineering degrees and where you can go to study them.

[Engineering salary data comes from Payscale].

10. Civil Engineering
Entry salary: $62,100
Mid-career pay: $99,000
Average salary: $66,500

Best places to study: University of California – Berkeley, Georgia Institute of Technology, Stanford University, University of Illinois, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

What does it involve? Civil engineering graduates are in high demand and are expected to continue growing by 6% starting back in 2018 through 2028 according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Every big (and small) city needs roads, bridges and transportation facilities, and this is where civil engineers come into play.

Civil engineers build all sorts of infrastructure and they can also do their bit for the environment too by designing and implementing environmentally-friendly projects. Depending on where you’ve studied, where you decide to work and what projects you take on, being a civil engineer can be a great career that combines giving back to the community with a decent paycheck.

9. Biomedical Engineering
Entry salary: $65,700
Mid-career pay: $103,500
Average salary: $66,600

Best places to study: John Hopkins University, Duke University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, Georgia Institute of Technology.

What does it involve? Biomedical engineering (BME), also known as bioengineering, involves applying engineering principles and design concepts to medicine and biology for healthcare purposes. Also included under the scope of a biomedical engineer is the management of medical equipment within hospitals, the development of biocompatible prostheses, various diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices, common imaging equipment such as MRIs and EKG/ECGs, regenerative tissue growth, pharmaceutical drugs and therapeutic biologicals. Biomedical engineers can choose to work in hospitals, engineering firms or medical supply companies.

8. Mechanical Engineering
Entry salary: $70,900
Mid-career pay: $106,800
Average salary: $70,800

Best places to study: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, University of California – Berkeley, California Institute of Technology, Georgia Institute of Technology.

What does it involve? The work and salary of a mechanical engineer varies greatly and can include anything from small assignments to the development of large plants and vehicles. Mechanical engineers are needed in most industries and can be involved in all aspects of a project from research and development to manufacturing, management, and production.